1984 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
